2014–2017 Walker Food Grade Tank Trailer Recall: Weld joints that attach the underride guard to the trailer frame may crack
NHTSA campaign 17V048000 · Structure · filed Jan 20, 2017 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Walker Stainless Equipment Company LLC (Walker) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Food Grade Tank Trailers. The weld joints that attach the underride guard to the trailer frame may crack.
The risk
If the welds crack, the underride guard may detach from the trailer frame, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
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Walker will notify owners, and dealers will modify the underride guard mounting, free of charge. The recall began on February 8, 2017. Owners may contact Walker customer service at 1-800-356-5734. Walker's number for this recall is W-6225,W-6279.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 17V048000 (manufacturer number W-6225, W-6279). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.